Pumpkin Alfredo
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Winter is officially here. It has snowed 2 days this week, one of which left snow on the ground. If I haven’t said it before I HATE the cold and HATE the snow. They just don’t work for me. That’s why this weeks theme is perfect for me! This Sunday we’re squashin’ winter and sharing sweet and savory recipes for all kinds of winter squash.
I immediately knew I wanted to make something with pumpkin. Ever since I started cooking with fresh pumpkins this summer I haven’t stopped! There was one recipe I’ve been hoping to try but hadn’t yet gotten around to so this was the perfect opportunity. I’ve been loving savory pumpkin dishes, especially pasta dishes so when I saw this pumpkin alfredo I was sold.
The sauce is simple and delicious with pumpkin, spices, half and half, and Pecorino Romano cheese. The original recipe called for it to be served over top of tortellini but that was a little too much cheese overload for me so I just served it over top of pasta. It’s so rich and creamy and is perfect for squashing winter!
Pumpkin Alfredo (adapted from I Was Born to Cook)
1 lb. pasta, cooked and drained, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water
1 T. butter
1 shallot, minced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 c. fresh pumpkin puree
1/2 t. sage
1/2 t. nutmeg
1 c. half and half
1/4 c. grated Pecorino Romano cheese
3/4 t. salt
1 t. black pepper
1. In a large skillet melt the butter over medium heat. Once it is melted add in the shallot and garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes.
2. Add in pumpkin, sage, and nutmeg. Cook for about 1 minute.
3. Stir in the half and half, stirring well, and bring to a boil. Immediately reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Stir in the Pecorino Romano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Add in the pasta and toss to coat. Stir in reserved pasta water as needed to thin out the sauce.
5. Serve hot with additional grated Pecorino Romano cheese and chopped parsley.
I’m not a snowbird either, Heather but I can chase the chills with this dish!
Alfredo is a favorite with my kids. This is a wonderful twist to a traditional sauce, and it looks incredible!
What a beautiful recipe, Heather! There is nothing like a big bowl of pasta to ward off the cold and wet, and the addition of pumpkin puree to Alfredo sauce is inspired!
Your recipes looks fabulous Heather! I would love to try this!
I bet this was sooooooo good!
This would be a perfect Sunday dinner for me!
What a great recipe! And I’ll trade place with you. I love snow, and have been pining for some sign of winter here. We were even in the mountains this week, and there was almost no snow to be had. Love using the pumpkin in the alfredo. Not enough people use pumpkin I think, and it’s a wonderful squash to work with!
Pumpkin Alfredo!! Yummy!!! We have had lots of snow so far and yes it is sticking around, -20’sC at night, brrrr!!
Yes, this dish has been on my too try list for a while. Hopefully this motivates me too 🙂
SNOW???? Say it ain’t so??? We’re having tornadoes and thunderstorms…it’s just crazy. I have a feeling we’ll be back to cold soon enough. I love your pumpkin alfredo…so creamy and wonderful!
I’m such a chicken. I think I would probably like it, it just takes me a while to work up the courage on new combinations.
This sounds like a unique and wonderful combination. Would you link it up to My Meatless Mondays. I think people will want to make this. http://bizzybakesb.blogspot.com/2013/11/my-meatless-mondays-spaghetti-pie.html
My husband loves alfredo, I think this will go on the list for him. Thanks for the great recipe.
This looks wonderfully comforting. We had some snow here this week too, but it has since melted and now we’re expecting thunderstorms. Crazy weather. I talk about moving to CA constantly, and hope it’s around the corner. I hate winter and snow too.
What a pretty flavor and color addition…I love savory pumpkin dishes!
My college age son LOVEs alfredo and will love this when he is home in 2 weeks!
I can only imagine how wonderful this must taste! It looks just incredible!!
Pumpkin and pasta make an extraordinary combination. Throw in some alfredo sauce and I want to dive right into it! I’m hungry!
What a great way to flavor up plain alfredo. This would be a great comforting dish on a cold winter night.